Beef and Noodles
Whip up a mouthwatering classic meal with this easy Beef and Noodles recipe! This dish is made with ground beef, a creamy savory sauce, and perfectly cooked noodles you save time cooking with our no boil pasta method. This comforting dish is perfect for weeknight dinners. Quick to make and packed with flavor, it's sure to become a family favorite.
Servings 5 servings
Calories 356kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef or turkey
- ½ cup diced onions
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning Divided into 1 teaspoon servings.
- salt and pepper to taste
- 3 tablespoons flour
- 6 oz egg noodles This was 3 cups for me.
- 3 cups broth Any broth. I used beef broth.
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 cup sour cream or plain Greek yogurt I use plain Greek yogurt for the added protein.
Instructions
- Heat a skillet on medium heat with the ground beef. Break down the ground beef and cook for 4-5 minutes or until fully cooked and no longer pink.
- Drain any excess fat from the pan. Add the onions, 1 teaspoon of Italian Seasoning, salt, and pepper to taste. Stir and cook until the onions are fragrant.
- Sprinkle the flour thoughout the pan. Add the flour in stages and stir to avoid clumping and excess drying.
- Add the egg noodles, broth, 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and Worcestershire sauce to the pan. Ensure the noodles are submerged in liquid. Add additional broth or water if needed. This important for the noodles to soften.
- Adjust the heat on the pan to Low. Place the lid on the pan and cook for 10-15 minutes or until the noodles soften.While the dish simmers, remove the lid and stir every 4-5 minutes to prevent scorching at the bottom of the pan. If the dish appears dry add more broth or water and stir.
- Once the noodles have softened, remove the lid and add the sour cream or Plain Greek yogurt. Stir until combined. Taste repeatedly and make adjustments to the spices to suit your taste.
Notes
Feel free to boil your noodles separately if you wish. You can add them to the simmered ground beef mixture when cooked.
Worcestershire sauce is used in burger and beef recipes because it helps tenderize the meat while also adding a sweet and savory flavor that compliments the beef well. You can omit it or substitute using soy sauce.
How to Prevent it From Drying Out
- Choose the Right Ground Beef: Use ground beef with a bit of fat, such as ground chuck (80% lean, 20% fat), to keep the dish moist.
- Don’t Overcook the Beef: Brown the ground beef just until it’s no longer pink. Overcooking can make the meat dry and tough.
- Add Enough Liquid: Make sure you have enough liquid in the form of beef broth or water. The sauce should be slightly runny before you add the sour cream, as it will thicken as it cooks.
- Use Sour Cream Correctly: Stir the sour cream in at the end and avoid boiling it. Sour cream can curdle or break if overheated, which can lead to a dry, grainy sauce.
- Simmer, Don’t Boil: Cook the beef and noodles on low heat to allow the flavors to meld together without reducing the sauce too quickly.
- Check Consistency: If the sauce looks too thick, add a bit more broth or water as needed. Stir occasionally to ensure even cooking and to prevent sticking.
- Serve Immediately: If you need to reheat it, do so gently over low heat, adding a splash of water or broth to restore moisture.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 356kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 31g | Fat: 12g